Jeep Patriot Dashboard Light Guide

Warning Lights vs. Indicator Lights

The most common Jeep Patriot dashboard lights are warning lights and indicator lights. In most cases, warning lights will glow red or yellow which usually means that there is a serious condition with the vehicle that may compromise safety. In the case that a warning light comes on your dashboard, it's always best to assess your situation and pull over if needed.

When indicator lights pop up on your dashboard, it usually means there is a current feature that is activated. These indicator lights can glow blue, green, or white in most cases.

Now that you know the basics between the warning and indicator lights, we can dive into the various Jeep Patriot dashboard lights that may show up when you're behind the wheel.

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

When you first get behind the wheel of the Jeep Patriot, you will see a reminder to buckle up before you hit the road. The seat belt reminder light shows a figure with a seat belt on and will glow red. If a driver or passenger is unbuckled, the light will persist until both individuals are buckled.

Vehicle Check Engine Warning Light

In some cases, you may see a check engine light appear on your Jeep Patriot. This warning light shows a mechanical engine and glows yellow. This light can come on for a variety of reasons, and in most cases, it's important to schedule service to ensure that your engine is cleared of any mechanical problems.

This light may mean that your Jeep Patriot needs an oil change, or it may come on due to the gas cap not being properly secured after a fill-up. In any case, it's best to assess your vehicle and bring it to our service center to make sure you can cruise with confidence.

High Beam Indicator Light

If you're driving at night or in an area where it's difficult to see, you may want to switch on your high beam lights. This indicator light illustrates a headlight with four parallel lines to the left of it. This light will glow blue and shows you that your high beam lights are activated.

Cruise Control on Indicator Light

Cruise Control is an excellent resource for when you want to stay at a steady speed on the highway or during long drives. When this system is activated, you will see CRUISE glowing white on your dashboard, illustrating that the feature is active.